Clinical Statements address topics of relevance to ophthalmologists and policy makers and state the Academy's position to educate and provide guidance on issues of concern. The Academy's clinical statements are developed without any external financial support.
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On-Call Compensation for Ophthalmologists
An Academy statement on the inherent responsibility of community ophthalmologists to be available for emergency eye care and on-call compensation for ophthalmologists.
Date: November 2009
Source: The AAO Ophthalmic Practice Secretariat
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AAO and AGS Statement on Glaucoma Eye Drop Availability
This statement recommends that time restrictions for refills of eye drop medications for serious eye diseases be lifted until further study has been made. Strategies to increase eye drop availability should be instituted to prevent interruption and gaps in treatment for patients.
Date: September 2009
Source: AAO Quality of Care Secretariat
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Laser Surgery
Supports the Academy position that all laser surgery, for medical purposes, including opthalmic laser surgery, should be performed only by licensed doctors of medicine or osteopathy.
Date: August 2009
Source: AAO Quality of Care Secretariat
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Joint Statement: Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia, And Vision
A Joint Statement of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Academy of Pediatrics, American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, and American Association of Certified Orthoptists on learning disabilities, dyslexia, and vision.
Date: July 2009
Source: AAP, AAPOS, AACO and Academy
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Interview with Dr. Wise about the Joint Commission’s Updated Statement on Steam Sterilization
Dr. Wise explains the genesis of the Joint Commission’s updated statement on steam sterilization, its significance to ophthalmologists and proper technique to ensure compliance.
Date: June 2009
Source: Academy Quality of Care Secretariat
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Statement from the Academy and ASCRS Regarding the Joint Commission’s Clarification of its Position on Sterilization Practices
The new position statement, released by the Joint Commission on June 15, 2009, clarifies the interpretation of standards regarding steam sterilization. The American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery co-chair a Task Force on Ophthalmic Sterilization, with participation of the Outpatient Ophthalmic Surgery Society.
Date: June 2009
Source: Academy Quality of Care Secretariat
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Flomax Patient Advisory
Information for patients and prescribing physicians about the effect of Flomax, and other alpha blockers on cataract surgery.
Date: June 2009
Source: Academy Quality of Care Secretariat
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Guidelines for Appropriate Referral of Persons with Possible Eye Diseases or Injury
Lists signs and conditions that warrant prompt referral to an MD or DO, preferably to an ophthalmologist, for definitive diagnosis and necessary medical treatment.
Date: June 2009
Source: AAO Quality of Care Secretariat
Compendium Level: III
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Ocular Trauma Center Checklist
This checklist was developed by the American Society of Ocular Trauma and identifies different trauma center levels and resources needed. This document closely follows the format established by the American College of Surgeons for Level-One Trauma Center certification, and should help assure that ocular trauma centers are appropriately staffed and equipped.
Date: June 2009
Source: American Society for Ocular Trauma and Academy Quality of Care Secretariat
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Definition of Primary Eye Care - Policy Statement
Outlines the services provided by primary eye care physicians and the competencies needed to provide these services, and an ophthalmologist’s qualifications to provide primary eye care.
Date: April 2009
Source: AAO Quality of Care Secretariat
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